Nelson Monument, Edinburgh

Nelson Monument

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Perched high on Calton Hill in the east end of the city centre, is the monument to Admiral Lord Nelson's victory, and death, at the battle of Trafalgar …

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Mar 8, 2025
The view of Edinburgh from the top is stunning and worth the climb. It can be a difficult climb and it’s not for everyone but if you are physically fit then it’s worth doing.Full review by IslamU9
Nov 6, 2024
We paid the 6 pounds to climb the Nelson Monument and it was totally worth it. The views from the top are spectacular. You can see all of Edinburgh (360 degrees) and there are visuals at the top t…Full review by Sharon R
Jul 30, 2024
Wonderful friendly staff. When I got to the top of the 143 stairs we were greeted by another staff member. He was so friendly and helpful. I wish I knew his name! He deserves heaps of praise! He an…Full review by jaynesN4157ED
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Up on Calton Hill sits this monument to Nelson's famous victory at Trafalgar in 1805 (the monument itself was built in 1816). It resembl…
cityseeker.com
Another monument worth visiting, while on Calton Hill, is the Nelson Monument. It honours Horatio Nelson’s victory at the Battle of Trafal…
gpsmycity.com

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Can you order entry tickets ahead of time?
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It has to be done on site... sorry for the late reply
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Answer by brian c · Aug 6, 2018
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